The difference between Failed and Successful

When used as adjectives, failed means decayed, whereas successful means resulting in success.


check bellow for the other definitions of Failed and Successful

  1. Failed as a verb:

  1. Failed as an adjective:

    Decayed; worn out.

  2. Failed as an adjective:

    Bankrupt.

    Examples:

    "The government is unwilling to [[bail out]] the failed bank."

  1. Successful as an adjective:

    Resulting in success; assuring, or promoting, success; accomplishing what was proposed; having the desired effect

    Examples:

    "a successful use of medicine; a successful experiment; a successful enterprise"

    "synonyms: prosperous fortunate happy"